38002 ZIP Code
Arlington, Tennessee
December 15, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 38002 |
| City/Town: | Arlington |
| County: | Shelby |
| State: | Tennessee |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 42,797 |
| Median Household Income: | $109,364 |
| Per Capita Income: | $55,361 |
| Total Housing Units: | 15,166 |
| Median Home Value: | $333,300 |
| Land Area: | 116.3 sq miles
301.2 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.5 sq miles
1.2 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 35.2920, -89.7022 |
Population Information (38002 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 42,797 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 21,675 | 50.6% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 21,122 | 49.4% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 41.0 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 2,409 | 5.6% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 2,945 | 6.9% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 4,161 | 9.7% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 3,328 | 7.8% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,802 | 4.2% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 3,766 | 8.8% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 6,175 | 14.4% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 6,847 | 16.0% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,576 | 6.0% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 2,466 | 5.8% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 4,200 | 9.8% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,721 | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 401 | 0.9% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (38002 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $333,300 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 7.6 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,505 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 15,166 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 14,914 | 98.3% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 252 | 1.7% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 12,480 | 83.7% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 2,434 | 16.3% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (38002 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 28,152 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 518 | 1.8% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 571 | 2.0% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 6,066 | 21.5% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 5,390 | 19.1% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 2,698 | 9.6% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 7,847 | 27.9% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 5,062 | 18.0% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 96.1% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 45.9% | 34.3% |
Income Information (38002 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $109,364 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $127,528 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $124,631 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $55,361 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (38002 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 21,557 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 20,662 | 97.2% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 606 | 2.8% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 10,956 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 15,991 | 77.4% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 3,551 | 17.2% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,114 | 5.4% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 6 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (38002 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 31,795 | 74.3% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 8,224 | 19.2% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 144 | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 1,045 | 2.4% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 361 | 0.8% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 1,228 | 2.9% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 749 | 1.8% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 1,569 | 3.7% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 865 | 2.0% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 318 | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 106 | 0.2% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 280 | 0.7% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (38002 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 660 | 4.4% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 170 | 1.1% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 755 | 5.1% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 747 | 5.0% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 958 | 6.4% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,631 | 10.9% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,809 | 12.1% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 3,561 | 23.9% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 2,046 | 13.7% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 2,577 | 17.3% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (38002 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 16,748 | 81.1% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,118 | 5.4% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 1 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 59 | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 215 | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 2,455 | 11.9% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 28.4 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (38002 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 20 | 0.1% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,318 | 6.4% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,541 | 7.5% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 592 | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 2,190 | 10.6% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 1,794 | 8.7% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 248 | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 1,357 | 6.6% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 2,271 | 11.0% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 5,160 | 25.0% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,362 | 6.6% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 1,263 | 6.1% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 1,546 | 7.5% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (38002 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 5.6% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (38002 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 40,212 | 94.0% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 36,252 | 84.7% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 9,154 | 21.4% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 2,161 | 5.0% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (38002 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 12,397 | 83.1% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 4,402 | 29.5% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 3,772 | 25.3% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 481 | 3.2% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 185 | 1.2% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 388 | 2.6% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (38002 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 13,542 | 89.3% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 96 | 0.6% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 164 | 1.1% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 111 | 0.7% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 555 | 3.7% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 148 | 1.0% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 151 | 1.0% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 381 | 2.5% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 18 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (38002 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 115 | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 1,976 | 13.0% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 6,485 | 42.8% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 3,208 | 21.2% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,176 | 7.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,307 | 8.6% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 338 | 2.2% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 316 | 2.1% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 112 | 0.7% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 133 | 0.9% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (38002 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 80 | 0.5% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 343 | 2.3% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,009 | 6.7% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 5,704 | 37.6% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 5,704 | 37.6% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 2,326 | 15.3% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (38002 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 9,011 | 60.4% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 195 | 1.3% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 5,631 | 37.8% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 46 | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 31 | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (38002 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 388 | 2.6% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,893 | 19.4% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 6,709 | 45.0% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 4,924 | 33.0% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (38002 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 265 | 2.1% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 262 | 2.1% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 401 | 3.2% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 652 | 5.2% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 3,454 | 27.7% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 5,530 | 44.3% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 1,794 | 14.4% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 122 | 1.0% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (38002 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $2,061 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $675 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,505 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.95 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.40 | 2.38 |
Households (38002 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 14,914 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 9,748 | 65.4% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 4,402 | 29.5% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,073 | 13.9% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,594 | 17.4% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 6,006 | 40.3% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 4,420 | 29.6% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.86 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.29 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (38002 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 16,803 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 4,270 | 25.4% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 10,419 | 62.0% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 754 | 4.5% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,312 | 7.8% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,885 | 23.1% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (38002 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 13,055 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 833 | 6.4% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 448 | 3.4% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 5,946 | 45.5% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 3,078 | 23.6% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 2,750 | 21.1% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (38002 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 30,603 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 3,269 | 10.7% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 42,373 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 4,037 | 9.5% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 446 | 11.0% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,747 | 43.3% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,844 | 45.7% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (38002 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 38,976 | 91.1% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 3,519 | 8.2% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,673 | 47.5% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,632 | 46.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 1,007 | 28.6% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 214 | 6.1% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (38002 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 40,850 | 95.5% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 673 | 1.6% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 1,947 | 289.3% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 1,947 | 289.3% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 1,947 | 289.3% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 585 | 86.9% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 420 | 62.4% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 392 | 58.2% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 101 | 15.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (38002 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 40,388 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 38,026 | 94.2% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 2,362 | 5.8% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 840 | 2.1% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 826 | 2.0% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 396 | 1.0% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 300 | 0.7% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (38002 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 14,914 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 14,532 | 97.4% | 89.4% |
Arlington, TN38002